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| Skyport released the airline flight schedule for October 2021, with American Airlines, British Airways, JetBlue Airways, Delta Airlines, and Air Canada all scheduled to serve Bermuda. In an online post, Skyport said, “It’s a brand new month and that means a new flight schedule. In October, service on American Airlines to Charlotte Douglas International Airport – […]
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| Saturday, October 2 is expected to see early cloud and chance of a few showers, clearing afternoon, with the high to be near 26°C/79°F and the low to be near 22°C/71°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNW. The relative humidity is expected to be near 62%. Sunrise will be […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [October 1] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.08pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 53 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| The Emergency Measures Organisation [EMO] continues to closely monitor Hurricane Sam, with the category 4 storm expected to have its closest point of approach at 11pm tonight [Oct 1]. A Government spokesperson said, “As Hurricane Sam continues on its projected path, the Minister of National Security, Renee Ming once again encouraged vigilance from the public. […]
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| Law firm Appleby announced four promotions in the Bermuda office, with Bermudians Tiffany Boys and Matthew Carr promoted to Partner, while Andrew Kuzma and Josephine Noddings have been promoted to Counsel. A spokesperson said, “Leading offshore firm Appleby is pleased to announce four promotions in the Bermuda office. Bermudians Tiffany Boys and Matthew Carr have […]
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| One year ago today — on October 1st, 2020 — the last General Election was held, resulting in the PLP claiming a major win of 30 – 6 seats, increasing their majority from the 25 – 11 they held prior to the election. The election — which was contested by 36 PLP candidates, 31 OBA […]
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| The Regulatory Authority [RA] has today released its proposed 2022‐23 Work Plan for public consultation. A spokesperson said, “The Regulatory Authority [RA] has today released its proposed 2022‐23 Work Plan for public consultation. The Work Plan sets out the major activities that the RA intends to conduct during the upcoming fiscal year, 2022‐23. “The Public […]
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| The City of Hamilton is inviting all City businesses to enter its 2021 Christmas Window Decorating Contest, with prizes awarded to the winners A spokesperson said, “Calling all City of Hamilton businesses! Now is the time to order those Christmas lights, get creative and plan to make Christmas 2021 in Hamilton a magical spectacle for […]
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| [Updated: The Governor has now confirmed that Stephen Corbishley has tendered his resignation with immediate effect”] While it is not yet officially confirmed, there are suggestions that Stephen Corbishley has resigned as Police Commissioner, and this morning he changed his bio on his Facebook page to say “Former Commissioner of the BPS.” Mr Corbishley previously […]
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| The Ministry of Education will be holding a press conference this afternoon at 3.00pm [Oct 1] to “discuss the pathway to return to in-person learning” and we will live stream it. Speaking during yesterday’s [Sept 30] press conference, Premier David Burt said, “Tomorrow at 3pm the Minister of Education the Hon. Diallo Rabain will provide […]
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| Bermuda’s 2021 ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team of Jaden Jones, Tristan Pettit, and Dexter Snaith were looking to improve to 3-1 as they took to the court for their fourth match of the tournament, which is taking place in St. Lucia. Making his singles debut, Snaith took on Peter Murray, coming away with a straight-sets 6-0, […]
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| The Bermuda Police Service is celebrating its 142nd anniversary today [Oct 1], with the BPS honouring all fallen police officers, reserve police officers and police staff, including retired colleagues, for their service to Bermuda. The BPS posted on social media, saying: “Officially established on the 1st October 1879, today we celebrate 142 years of serving […]
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| The Bermuda Monetary Authority has welcomed Craig Swan as the new Chief Executive Officer, and Donald Scott as Chairman of the Board of Directors. Mr. Scott has held the position of Deputy Chair of the Authority’s Board since 2019. During this time, he has served on several Board committees, including the Corporate Governance and Ethics Committee, […]
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| Daniel Phillips returned to action, taking to the court at the Rick Macci Tennis Academy in Florida for the Battle of Boca. Playing in the Men’s Consolation Semi-Final, Phillips advanced following a three-set battle with American Valentin Vasquez. Vasquez won the first set in a tie-breaker 5-4, but Phillips bounced back to win the second […]
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| Jillian Terceira concluded competing in the Roeser, Luxembourg – CSI3*, CSI1* International Horse Jumping event in the Netherlands. On the final day of the competition, Terceira competed in one class on one horse. During the 1.35m CSI1* Grand Prix Table A-Class, Terceira and Orelio Di Cantero retired. Related Stories Results, Photos & Video: Junior Equestrian […]
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| According to multiple reports from media in the Philippines, Bermuda has been placed on their ‘red list,’ and “travel restrictions have been imposed on travelers from “high risk” countries that are under the red list.” A statement from the Philippine News Agency — the newswire service of the Philippine government — said, “The Philippines has placed […]
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| The Bermuda Weather Service issued a “Tropical Storm Warning” this morning [Oct 1] — an upgrade from the Tropical Storm Watch issued yesterday — and said that Hurricane Sam is “a potential threat to Bermuda.” The BWS latest advisory said that Sam’s “closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hrs [3 days] is forecast […]
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| Today the Bermuda Civil Aviation Authority [BCAA] celebrates five years as an Authority. On 1st October 2016, Bermuda’s former Department of Civil Aviation [DCA] completed its transition from a Government run department to a semi-autonomous administration. Director General Thomas Dunstan said, “The Government of Bermuda’s decision to transition the Civil Aviation function to an Authority […]
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| During September 2021, Bernews posted over 200 videos on our website, various social networks and on our dedicated video website Bernews.TV, and the most viewed videos for the month included Government briefings on Covid-19, BNV interviews, the sandcastle competition, Stay Ready storm coverage, a magazine cover collage and more. As far as Facebook videos, the […]
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| Senior war and terrorism specialist Adam McGrath has joined Mosaic Insurance as SVP, Head of International War & Terrorism, Political Violence. A spokesperson said, “Senior war and terrorism specialist Adam McGrath has joined the fast-evolving business line’s international team at Mosaic Insurance. “Based in London, McGrath takes up the new role of SVP, Head of […]
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| September 30 saw 600 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $3,600.00 BD. 600 shares were traded by Argus Group Holdings Ltd, closing down 1.3% at $6.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,556.40, down 0.07% on the day. There were 0 advances, 1 decline, and 61 remained unchanged. The full report for […]
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| Noting they have “growing concerns at the increase of unproven nutrition advice circulating online and throughout our community,” the Bermuda Dietitians Association provided a range of helpful and expert advice related to nutrition, health and Covid-19. Sarah Williamson, a Clinical Dietitian at King Edward VII Memorial Hospital and President of the Bermuda Dietitians Association, told Bernews, […]
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| [Written by Don Burgess] Two 18-year-old males accused of killing a man had a hearing in Magistrates Court today [Thursday, September 30]. Shae-Unni Smith and Ricardo Tucker were remanded into custody after being charged with the murder of Duane Gibbons. On September 16, Mr Gibbons, 57, was found unconscious with a stab wound in the […]
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| The return to school plan “will see some schools return to in school learning as soon as next week,” the Premier said. Speaking during today’s [Sept 30] press conference, Premier David Burt said, “Tomorrow at 3pm the Minister of Education the Hon. Diallo Rabain will provide the country with an update on the return to […]
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| Aiming to provide the community with a look at Bermuda’s natural beauty each morning, Bernews features a “Photo of the Day” in our email newsletters and on social media seven days a week. Judging by the number of reader’s “likes”, the month’s most popular photos included the Gibbs Hill lighthouse, John Smith Bay, round-a-bout on the way […]
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| [Written by Carla Seely] Children are like a good mystery novel – lots of twists and turns, a few unexpected surprises and sometimes not always the ending you were hoping for. There are many books written about the underachieving child who needs to be motivated, or the gifted child who requires constant intellectual stimulation. Rarely […]
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| The current curfew — which extends from 12.30am until 5.00am — will be extended for “at least a further two weeks,” the Premier confirmed today. Speaking during today’s [Sept 30] press conference, Premier David Burt said, “Because of the fact that we are not out of the woods, the Cabinet has accepted the recommendation from […]
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| The next mobile vaccination location is the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club on Sunday [Oct 3] from 10 am until 3 pm, located in the Harbourview Ballroom. The Bermuda Government posted the graphic below, saying: “Do you want to get the Covid-19 vaccine? The next mobile vaccination location is the Hamilton Princess & Beach Club […]
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| Friday, October 1 is expected to see a bright start, thin high cloud, a couple of showers develop, with the high to be near 28°C/82°F and the low to be near 23°C/73°F, according to the Bermuda Weather Service. Winds are expected to be NNE. The relative humidity is expected to be near 72%. Sunrise will […]
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| The official Government and Legal notices for today [Sept 30] include trademark applications, a notice of receiving order, a notice of winding-up and appointment, and acting appointments. Adverts – Sept 30, 2021 Notice Type: Government Notice Notice Sub Type: Trademark Applications Notice ID: GN0949/2021 Public Authorities / Department: Registry General Publication Date: 30 September 2021 […]
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| Bermuda Weather Service Director Dr Mark Guishard will be joining Glenn Jones and Bernews this afternoon [Sept 30] to provide a ‘Stay Ready’ update on Hurricane Sam, with the BWS saying that Hurricane Sam is a ‘potential threat’, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 193 nm to […]
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| [Updated] The Ministry released the list of bus cancellations for this morning [September 30] with the list indicating that there are twelve bus runs cancelled so far today. Update 4.05pm: The Ministry has released the list of bus cancellations for this afternoon. There were 12 runs cancelled this morning, 46 cancelled this afternoon, for a […]
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| Redcar Athletic F.C. — a football club based in North Yorkshire that plays in the Northern League Division One — has announced the signing of Bermudian footballer D’Andre Wainwright. Redcar Athletic F.C. tweeted the photo below, saying: “We are delighted to announce the signing of D’Andre Wainwright. D’Andre has made appearances for Bermuda u20s, and […]
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| A Twitter account that appears to belong to golfer Charlie Beljan has deleted a tweet which insulted Bermuda after he was completely ratioed — a term used for tweets that receive an extremely negative response — with the tweet being hammered by numerous Bermudians as well as some of the worldwide golfing community. There was a […]
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| The Quarantine [Covid-19] [No. 3] Amendment [No. 5] Order 2021 comes into effect today [Sept 30], with the order changing the quarantine requirement for unvaccinated local travellers, allowing them to quarantine at home. Speaking in the House of Assembly on Friday [Sept 24], Minister of Health Kim Wilson said, “A 14 day quarantine in a […]
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| Premier David Burt, Minister of Health Kim Wilson, Chief Medical Officer Dr. Ayoola Oyinloye, and BHB Chief of Staff Dr. Wesley Miller will be holding a press conference on Covid-19 at 2.00pm this afternoon [Sept 30] and we will stream it live. This comes as the island is currently dealing with a major outbreak of […]
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| The Bill to create a public holiday on October 18th to honour Bermuda’s first Olympic gold medalist Flora Duffy has passed in the Senate, which follows after it passed in the House, with the Bill passing both chambers with unanimous support from PLP, OBA and Independent members. Flora Duffy – who claimed yet another victory on […]
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| A Tropical Storm Watch is now in effect, with the BWS saying Hurricane Sam is a ‘potential threat’, with its closest point of approach to Bermuda within 72 hours forecast to be 193 nm to the ESE at 3.00am on Saturday [Oct 2], with the BWS noting that “this system may move closer to Bermuda […]
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| The Ministry of Home Affairs advised that the Single-Use Plastics [SUPs] Consultation is extended to Sunday, 31 October 2021. A Government spokesperson said, “The Bermuda Government remains committed to beginning the elimination of SUPs in Bermuda in 2022. This commitment is with explicit reference to not only the marine environment and climate change, but it […]
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| The cruise ship Norwegian Breakaway arrived in Bermuda yesterday [Sept 29], sailing into the west end. The Ministry of Transport previously said, “The Norwegian Breakaway will make six calls commencing September 29 [arriving Bermuda] from New York with an estimated 3,200 passengers per call.” Minister of Transport Lawrence Scott previously said, “Passengers testing negative on […]
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| Conduit Holdings Limited [CHL] has appointed Michelle Seymour Smith as a non-executive director “with immediate effect.” A spokesperson said, “Conduit Holdings Limited today announces the appointment of Michelle Seymour Smith as a non-executive director with immediate effect. “Michelle is based in Bermuda where she has enjoyed a highly successful career in the insurance industry spanning […]
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| Sydney Fischer and her Blair Academy Varsity Field Hockey teammates are still undefeated on the season following a 2 – 1 victory over Stuart Country Day. Fischer’s teammate Ella Gaitan scored the opening goal in the first period, with Fischer earning an assist. Blair doubled their lead when Gaitan scored in the second period, with […]
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| Z’Dao Dill and his Slough Town Academy Under 21 teammates came from behind to draw 2 – 2 with AFC Rushden & Diamonds in National Football Youth League action. Dill — playing in only his second game with the Academy Under 21 team — jumped of the bench to score to make it 2 – […]
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| Bermuda’s 2021 ITF/COTECC Under 12 Team of Jaden Jones, Tristan Pettit, and Dexter Snaith took to the court for their third match day of the tournament taking on Trinidad & Tobago. Bermuda took a 1 – 0 lead after Pettit won the opening match in straight sets 6-0, 6-1 over Connor Carrington in the number […]
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| Bermudian goalkeeper Dale Eve – who plays for Spennymoor Town in England – has been named to The Vanarama National League Team of the Week. Vanarama tweeted the graphic below, saying: “Introducing our Team of the Week in The Vanarama NL North! Congratulations on some outstanding performances.” Related Stories Dale Eve Featured In Spennymoor Programme Video: Eve […]
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| A 46-year-old man seriously hurt in a two motorcycle collision in Warwick on September 19th remains in critical condition in the ICU. A police spokesperson said, “The most recent medical condition update available indicated that the 46-year-old male rider [said to be a Hamilton parish resident] seriously hurt in a two motorcycle collision on South […]
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| The Bermuda Sloop Foundation’s [BSF] celebratory 15 year anniversary flotilla will be taking place on Saturday [Oct 2] in Hamilton Harbour. A spokesperson said, “Staying the course with its milestone celebration series, the Bermuda Sloop Foundation continues with its first ever Alumni Week showcasing shared experiences of former students, trainees and crew on board the […]
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| To honour the memory of Marcia Woolridge-Allwood, the Bermuda Monetary Authority has created a virtual memoriam board where the public may post messages, which will be given to her family. A spokesperson said, “Deeply saddened by the passing of Senior Advisor Marcia Woolridge-Allwood, the Bermuda Monetary Authority [Authority or BMA] has provided an avenue for […]
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| September 29 saw 1,000 shares trade on the Bermuda Stock Exchange, valued at $33,000.00 BD. 1,000 shares were traded by Watlington Waterworks Ltd, closing up 13.8% at $33.00 per share. The BSX finished at 2,558.30, up 0.18% on the day. There were 2 advances, 0 declines, and 60 remained unchanged. The full report for the […]
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| As of September 25th, Bermuda has administered a total of 87,215 vaccinations – an increase of 539 since the previous week — and 66.5% of the population has received two doses thus far. This is the second consecutive week of increase, as the data as of September 18th showed an increase of 482 since the […]
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